We’re looking for a professional Senior Health, Safety and Wellbeing Partner with relevant experience who wants to join our 2,000+ team of staff and volunteers to make a difference on a 12 month Maximum Term basis, working 38 hours per week based in Fitzroy.

The Brotherhood of St Laurence (BSL) has a clear vision – an Australia free of poverty.

For almost 90 years, we have worked with policy makers and the community for systemic change that will prevent and alleviate poverty in Australia.

We are passionate about the work we do.

We strive to create change that lasts for a more compassionate and just society - a society in which we can all fully participate in social, civic and economic life with the dignity and respect we all deserve.

THE ROLE

Provides business partnering to BSL on Health, Safety and Wellbeing (HSW) policy, procedures, programs, systems and practices. Develop, implement and monitor HSW programs across BSL.

You will:

• Provide an exceptional level of internal customer service
• Contribute to and initiate continuous improvement activities relating to people experience policies, practice and procedures
• Manage a portfolio of audit actions and projects. Resolve issues arising from audits and refer serious or contentious issues to the Health Safety and Wellbeing Manager.
• Provide expert advice and support in HSW by coaching and supporting managers and employees on HSW matters such as internal audits, emergency management, safe work practices and legislative requirements. 

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Passion for supporting the mission of BSL, and delivering excellence in your role, are just the start.

To be considered for the role and be successful in it, we’re looking for an individual who has the following key skills and experiences:

• Strong consulting, negotiating and facilitation skills
• Strong influencing, interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build effective relationships and liaise across all levels of the organisation
• Ability to develop and deliver HSW programs
• Demonstrated understanding and working knowledge of project management and risk management principles as well as health and safety management systems
• Knowledge of current legislation and practices
• Tertiary qualifications (minimum Certificate IV) in Occupational Health and Safety or related field
• Customer service focused
• Highly-developed administration, computer skills and competency in Microsoft Programs

Highly desirable skills:

• Coaching and mentoring experience
• Highly proficient in the use of the QuickClaims/QuickSafe management systems
• Tertiary qualifications in Personal Injury Management/OHS

BENEFITS

• Extensive salary packaging options to reduce amount of tax you pay
• Career development opportunities
• Leave loading of 17.5%
• Flexible working arrangements

CULTURE

BSL employees enjoy a range of flexible work options and other attractive benefits. Recognising that there is no ‘one size fits all’ pattern of work–life balance, the organisation endeavours to provide options to suit the needs of all staff.

If this looks like a role that’s right for you, APPLY NOW or contact Amanda Norton on 0490 490 328 for a confidential discussion.

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We are an EEO and understand the importance of diversity and inclusion. We recognise that everyone has the right to an equitable, safe and productive environment and to be treated with dignity and respect.  We welcome applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, disability or sexual orientation. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment checks including criminal history and working with children. Recruitment decisions are based on the key inherent needs and requirements of each role, and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and characteristics.  Applicants must have proof of working rights in Australia.